This is a permanent part-time opportunity of 30.40 hours per week in the local government area of Parramatta SCHADS Level 3.1 $37.35 per hour with salary packaging benefits up to $18,550 per year plus penalty rates, sleep over allowance, and 11.5% superannuation. Four (4) shifts per week / 8 hours per shift e.g.mostly 3:30pm to 11:30pm and 3:30pm to 11:30pm with an inactive sleepover until 7:30am RosterOur service operates from 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.This opportunity is a four-week rotating roster that requires flexibility including afternoon shifts, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays. About the Role The Youth Worker is responsible for assisting clients to access safe, affordable and stable accommodation.This includes providing holistic support and advice from intake to exit.The Youth Worker will also offer referral to medical services.You will assist in enabling clients to overcome barriers which have contributed to their homelessness or risk of homelessness. Key Responsibilities Advocate for client choice and independence. Monitoring and review of case plans with the case manager. Assist with intake and assessment of clients as well as maintaining reports or clients' files. Maintain high standards of conduct and performance. Ensure seamless service delivery and coordinate communication. Actively engage in team meetings, performance management and continuous improvement. Adhere to Uniting's values, policies, and procedures. Promote a safe and inclusive working environment. Transport of clients when required. Qualifications: Certificate IV (or actively working towards) in Community Services, Mental Health, Youth Work, or a relevant field. First Aid Certificate. Driver's License. Experience: 2+ years of experience in youth work or within the homelessness support sector, home refuge or similar. Experience working with vulnerable young people or relevant to the service. Knowledge of best practices for Specialist Homelessness funded Services. Computer skills for timely and accurate client information. Even Better: Identify and Respond to Risk of Harm training. Cultural Awareness training. Mental Health First Aid. What We Offer You Maximum allowable up to $18,550 per year salary packaging (pay less tax) available. Training from Day 1 including buddy shifts. $500 referral bonus can be generously rewarded for referring a friend who joins Uniting. Extensive opportunities and training for professional growth. A supportive and inclusive work environment. Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts and cash-back programs with major retailers. How to applyIf this opportunity is of interest, then we'd love to hear from you.Just click on the 'Apply' button in this ad, fill out your details and submit.We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community. What to expectPlease know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check and Reference Checks. Closing date: 11:55 pm, Sunday 24 November 2024 #J-18808-Ljbffr